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BJ53 KKW

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,764 mi
Last recorded107,764 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 KKW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2016 107,764 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 83,069 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front brakes slightly sticking

Fail 26 Jul 2013 75,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s and n/s rear suspension bushes are worn but servicable

Pass 26 Jul 2013 75,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s and n/s rear suspension bushes are worn but servicable

Pass 6 Jul 2012 60,828 miles

Centre rear brake light only partially illuminates.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside fron t seat belt buckle twisted on belt.

Offside rear seat belt buckle twisted on belt.

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 47,336 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 37,950 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 31,224 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 22 Jul 2009 31,224 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 24,178 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 8,190 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 8,190 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 34,821 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 34,821 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre tread cracking

Nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner tread area

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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BJ53 KKW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ53 KKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ53 KKW registered?

BJ53 KKW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is BJ53 KKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ53 KKW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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